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Deschutes Riverfront Retreat
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Our vacation rental is comprised of the Riverside Lodge & Cottage, the adjacent homes are at the end of a dead end private road, with the river on one side and 80 acres of trees on another. Across the river from the property is Deschutes River protected habitat, creating an even more natural and private setting for enjoying the nature and wildlife of Central Oregon. With acreage, amenities, 11 bedrooms, and 6 bathrooms, it is the best Sunriver Vacation rental for large groups.

Deschutes Riverfront Retreat

The River

  • This stretch of the Deschutes River meanders by, heading towards the Sunriver Resort. La Pine State Park is up river, as well as Big River Boat Launch.

  • One of our favorite activities is floating our stretch of the Deschutes River just south of Sunriver Resort. If you have a boat or robust flotation device, you can drive 5 minutes up the S Century Drive and put in at the Big River Boating Site. From here, you can enjoy a leisurely float of about 60-90 minutes directly back to our dock. If you want a longer float, you can also keep going and take out at the bridge before Sunriver Resort. Osprey and Bald Eagles are commonly seen. River Otters and other wildlife have also joined our family!

    Our family also really enjoys tubing the rapids and watching the river surfing in Bend.

  • Rent your river vessel at one of the many places nearby. Check out Sunriver ToyHouse, where they rent kayaks, SUPs, tubes, and giant inflatable islands.

    We unfortunately don’t provide river toys for insurance and liability reasons.

  • Whether you are enjoying the view of the river from the deck or you're out on a float, the variety of wildlife that you will likely see never disappoints. Bald eagles, osprey, elk, mule deer, great blue herons, river otters, jumping fish, lizards, and many more are a common occurrence.

    You can learn more about Sunriver’s, Bend’s, and Central Oregon’s wildlife at the Sunriver Nature Center or High Desert Museum. Both highly recommended!

  • We don't recommend swimming in the river unless you’re a very strong swimmer. The water is often colder than you think it would be, and the current is stronger than it appears. If you do choose to swim, wear a life jacket. No jumping off the dock! There are submerged rocks, and it can be either very shallow or deep depending on the riverflow. Dipping in from the bank by the cottage is a great way to cool off, but is not accessible for those with mobility challenges.

  • To help stop erosion, please carry boats and don't drag them up and down the embankment. Absolutely no littering. Please try to minimize impact to native grass, plants, etc.

    If you see purple knapweed or mullein, feel free to pull these invasive species and toss them in the garbage :)

  • The river is beautiful and a lot of fun when everyone is safe, sober, and diligent. By staying at our property, any and all activities are done at your own risk. Use of narcotics or alcohol increases those risks.

Deschutes Riverfront Retreat

The House

  • It doesn't get any better than a hot tub overlooking the river from the hot tub! Please use the hot tub towels (non-white towels) and follow the hot tub rules posted downstairs. (tl/dr: no food, no glass, no jumping, monitor kiddos, no drugs/alochol, additional fees may be charged for damage.)

  • Outdoor fires are only permitted seasonally based on wildfire risk. If the fire pit is uncovered, and La Pine fire department is allowing fires (call 541.536.9056), please keep the fire a reasonable size, take wildfire risks seriously year round, and keep a bucket of water and hose ready. You are required by the fire department to complete the permit (found in the back of this binder) to have on hand. Failure to follow the permit requirements can lead to fines from the fire department.

  • Our vacation rental has AC! In the lodge, there are 3 heating zones, each controlled by a Nest thermostat: One in the main living area, one in the upstairs master bedroom, and one in the downstairs kitchenette. In the cottage, there is a mini split that is operated by a remote control attached to the wall.

    The lodge has a gas fireplace in the living room, which can be turned on/off using the switch just to the right of the fireplace. Please be sure to turn this off at night and keep items a safe distance from the fireplace.

    In addition to the remote-control-operated mini split in the cottage, which acts as a heater and AC unit, there is a wood burning stove you are welcome to utilize. There are operating instructions by the mantle. You are welcome to utilize the wood outside the cottage for this purpose.

    Our Central Oregon high desert climate typically cools off in the evening, and has low humidity - making it great to open windows in the evening.

  • Our vacation rental is equipped with 40mpbs internet. We have outfitted several areas with a mesh wifi system (the small white towers) to ensure you can get wifi in most points in the lodge and cottage. (But don't work too hard!) There is also a Sonos sound bar in the main living area that you can stream music through when connected to the wifi.

  • There are two sets of W/D in the lodge and one in the cottage, along with laundry detergent for your stay. No need to start laundry for your departure. All linens are washed offsite at a separate facility after your stay. Please don't use bleach as it is bad for the septic system.

  • There is a gas grill on the back deck you are welcome to enjoy. No need to worry about empty propane tanks - the grill is piped directly to our central propane tank for the house. Please be sure the grill is a safe distance from the house when in use. To use the grill, you will need to use the red propane timer on the lower right side of the grill before use. This ensures the grill isn’t left on for long periods of time.

  • Our vacation rental has 2 ping pong tables. There’s a basic table in the garage, but the highlight is the commercial outdoor ping pong table overlooking our little stretch of the Deschutes River.

    • Kitchen Appliances: Breville Espresso Machine, Kitchen-Aid mixer, Vitamix, air fryer, waffle makers, rice cooker, hand mixer, coffee maker, 2x french press, electric tea kettle, toaster - to name a few!

    • Starter supplies of: toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, bathroom toiletries

    • Games for days! 6 hole disc golf, bocce, 2x ping pong (indoor and outdoor!), full pool table, table top arcade game, board games, puzzles

    • XBox ONE (main floor lodge)

    • 3 TVs and bluray, including one 70" TV w/ DISH network and PAC 12 Football

    • Children's books and toys

    • Hair dryers

    • Iron and ironing board

    • Handheld vac for easy cleanup

Deschutes Riverfront Retreat

Attractions & Restaurants

  • Short and approachable for all skill levels

    https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/benham-falls-trail

    Broken Top, Green Lakes, and so many more:

    https://sunriverchamber.com/hike-trek-and-explore/

  • MTB: Deschutes River Trail - Stretching ~15 miles between Sunriver and Bend, the Deschutes River Trail descends 500' ft from Sunriver to Bend and makes a great one way trip to the breweries in Bend (taxi service available back to Sunriver) or an out and back ride. The trail is designated as a Wild and Scenic trail and follows the banks of the Deschutes closely the entire way. You will pass Benham Falls, Dilon Falls, Big Eddy rapids, and Lava Island on the way. The trail is great for all ability levels but gets slightly more challenging as you approach Bend.

    MTB: Tayler’s Traverse - One of the newest trails in the Bend/Sunriver area's is Tyler's Traverse. The trail was almost entirely machine built and is chock full of berms and rollers and offers one of the longest continuous descents in the area. Some challenges and optional airtime exist on the upper portion of the trail but this trail is enjoyable for all ability levels.

    NOTE: We are not part of Sunriver proper and are not connected to the Sunriver bike trail

    Check out more here

  • We are 30 minutes from Mt. Bachelor and even close to popular cross country ski trails, snowmobiling, etc

    Epic skiing & Snowboarding from November through May!

    Check out more here

  • Buy tickets to this fun-filled water center in Sunriver. It gets crowded, but a big hit for the kids.

    Note: Some houses in Sunriver proper have passes as part of the house but we are not part of Sunriver proper and therefore do not.

    Tickets & Info

  • Lots of golf courses to play in Central Oregon - from La Pine, Sunriver, Bend and the surrounding area that permit public play, including close-by Quail Run Golf Course in La Pine.

    Check out more here

  • Incredible fly fishing off the dock (when seasonally allowed) and in the region. Fall River, Deschutes River, Little Deschutes River, Tumalo Creek, Metolius River, and Crooked River are all accessible within an hour of our vacation rental.

    Check out more here

  • There are some dining options nearby in Sunriver, with many more in Bend.

    Check out more here

  • Sunriver Resort is close by and has many areas that can be enjoyed - restaurants, bike paths, and parks. The SHARC water facility often has tickets available for purchase, but we are not part of any discount programs.

  • High Desert Museum

    Lava Lands Visitor Center

    Lava River Cave

    Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory

See why we’re the best for your large group

Below you’ll find floorplans, 3D tours, photos, and descriptions of our Sunriver vacation rental. But why not a video tour of our riverfront property as well?

Tour our riverfront vacation rental to see why it is the best in Sunriver and Bend for large or large-ish groups, retreats, elopements, micro-weddings, reunions, and more!

The Lodge

With 11 different beds for adults - there's plenty of space for everyone at our Central Oregon vacation rental! Lodge sleeping accommodations:

  • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms:

    King w/ private full bath,

    2x Twin Bunks w/ attached full bath w/tub,

    Queen bed.

  • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms:

    King + twin bunk bed w/private full bath,

    King + twin bunk bed w/private full bath w/tub,

    Queen w/full bath outside of the room.

  • Futon and small twin sofa bed by the pool table, no linens provided for these.


    Extras: 2 pack-n-plays, 6 cots (24"x52"), no linens provided for these.

Floorplan for Deschutes Riverfront Retreat "Lodge: Downstairs". Bedroom 1 has a queen bed, Bedroom 2 has a king bed with twin bunks, and Bedroom 3 also has a king bed with twin bunks.

The Cottage

Experience the original rustic 1960s logging cabin, offering privacy and a wood stove for cozy gatherings.

Five small bedrooms, a mix of double and twin beds, provide a more rustic & snug retreat - all right next to the lodge.

Cottage sleeping accommodations:

  • 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom : Full bed, Twin bunk bed.

  • 3 bedrooms: Three Full beds.

Floorplan for Deschutes Riverfront Retreat Cottage
Aerial winter view of the Deschutes Riverfront Retreat Lodge & Cottage

More Info

  • Check in after 4:00pm

    Check out by 10:45am

    Our housekeeping team will be working hard to get the home ready for your stay. Especially during the busy months, many of our reservations have back-to-back guests and early check-in (and/or late check-out) may not be an option. Please do not attempt to access the home prior to the designated check-in time without prior approval.

    There is an electronic lock on the door to make it simple and easy to access the home, whenever you arrive. Your unique access code will be provided to you prior to your stay via email.

  • While this part isn't as fun as amenities and local attractions, sticking to these rules helps us continue to share this special place with groups like yours. So, rules first!

    The house and the surrounding property are completely non-smoking.

    Sound travels quite a bit on the river. While you are on vacation, some of our neighbors are not, and they will let us (and occasionally local law enforcement) know if they aren't getting a good night's sleep. Please respect our neighbors (24/7!) and adhere to quiet hours from 9:00pm to 8:00am.

    Please remove your shoes inside the house.

    Don't exceed the maximum occupancy of the home at any point, even if guests are not staying overnight, without first reaching out for approval. We have these maximums for a reason, with the home being on a septic and well.

    No candles or open flames.

    If they have been approved on your reservation (and pet fee paid), we welcome dogs because we know they are part of the family. Please keep pets off of the furniture, including beds. Please pick up all dog poop. Don't leave dogs unattended in the home.

    The home is on a well and septic system. Don't flush anything down the toilet outside of toilet paper and please don't put food/oil down the kitchen drain.

    Please drive slowly on the entirety of Chief Paulina road. There are families and pets along the way. Being a dirt road, a lot of dust also gets kicked up at higher speeds.

    If you utilize the hot tub, please adhere to the rules posted.

    If anything is damaged or there is an issue, please let us know right away

 

Close to amenities,

far from reality

Note: Our vacation rental is not located within the Sunriver Resort. We are 10 minutes south, in a much more peaceful and remote area, yet close to Sunriver’s and Bend’s amenities.

  • Less than 10 minutes to Sunriver Resort

  • Less than 30 minutes from Bend

  • 30 minutes to Mt. Bachelor

  • 40 minutes from Redmond Airport

A backyard patio with stone pavers and a wooden deck, overlooking a wooded area with a river and a group of people sitting around a fire pit.
Open-concept living room with a large sectional sofa, colorful patterned area rug, round coffee table, and a kitchen with dark cabinetry and stainless steel appliances in the background.
People sitting around a campfire in a circle in a park with trees and a river nearby under a partly cloudy sky.
Dining area with 12 foot long dining table, benches and chairs. Additional chairs and a folding tables available.
Modern kitchen with black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a wooden island with bar stools, and a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams.
A pool table with a green felt surface, positioned under a stained glass ceiling light fixture, in a cozy living room setting.
A wooded outdoor area next to a river, with a house featuring a two-level deck, a hot tub on the lower level, and red chairs on the stone-paved patio.
Spacious living room with hardwood floors, large windows, a black leather sofa with throw pillows, a round coffee table, and an area rug, adjacent to an open kitchen with wooden cabinets and bar seating.
A snowy landscape with trees, houses, and a river running alongside.
Two black chairs on a wooden dock by a river with trees and a blue sky with clouds
A hammock tied between trees in a wooded area near a river, with a house visible in the background.
Hot tub on wooden deck overlooking a wooded landscape with trees, a river, and a clear blue sky.
Wooden deck attached to house with seating area, grill, and large window, surrounded by trees under a blue sky.
A bedroom with a large window, a small wooden nightstand with a white lamp, a bunk bed with black metal frames and wooden accents, beige carpeted floor, grey walls, and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams.
Bathroom with a toilet, two windows, a wooden cabinet with a sink, mirror, and a bathtub with a shower, inside a room with tiled floor and beige walls.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, striped bedding, a blue quilt, and pillows. Two wooden nightstands with matching lamps and a window with white trim, beige carpet, and a picture hanging on the wall above the bed.
Living room with a stone fireplace, wall-mounted TV, gray sectional sofa, and dining area with a long table and white chairs, in a house with high vaulted ceiling and hardwood floors.
Bathroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, a double sink, and a rolled towel. A walk-in shower with glass doors and beige tile surrounds. Towel rack with towels on the wall, framed artwork, and soft lighting.
Living room with a dark blue sofa, armchairs, coffee table, large window, and a staircase leading upstairs.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, yellow blanket, and nightstand with lamps. A bunk bed with a ladder is on the left side of the room, and there is a window with blinds.
Living room with large window, built-in sofa with pillows, armchair, coffee table, and lamps, overlooking trees outside.
Bedroom with a bed, black nightstands with lamps, a wooden dresser with a mirror, and artwork on the walls.
Living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV above it, a gray sectional sofa, large windows, and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams.
An indoor recreational area with a ping pong table, green and orange pool noodles, foldable chairs, and various storage items against the wall.
Bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet with a tissue box on top, and a wooden vanity with a mirror and multiple stacked white towels.
Kitchen with black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark wood flooring, and a green plant on the window sill.
Aerial view of a snowy landscape with a meandering river, dense forest, mountains in the background, and a property outlined with a green border labeled 'LODGGE' and 'COTTAGE'.
Three gray outdoor chairs arranged on a stone pathway in a wooded park with tall trees and a building in the background.
A rustic two-story wooden house in a forested area with tall pine trees, a stone pathway leading to the house, and a partly cloudy blue sky overhead.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two nightstands with lamps, large windows, and a bunk bed on the left, with beige carpet and white walls.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a blanket, a black chair near the window, a framed picture on the wall, white closet doors, and a dresser, with a view of trees outside through the window.
Small bathroom with white walls and beige tile floor, featuring a window with blinds, a white toilet, a white sink with a mirror, shelves with folded towels and black storage basket, and a shower with a curtain and towel hanging on the door.
A bedroom with a bed that has two white pillows and a blue pillow, a nightstand with a lamp, a window showing outdoor trees and snow, and a framed picture of a plant on the wall.
A small bedroom with a wooden bunk bed, a window with blinds, a small wooden side table, and a colorful sailing-themed poster on the wall.
A bedroom with a small bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, and decorative pictures on the wall. There is a wooden table with two matching chairs next to a wall with framed art. The room has beige carpet and neutral-colored walls
Kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertop, a window showing outdoor trees, and small appliances.
Kitchen with white countertops, double sink, window view of trees, white stove, and small appliances.
Living room with white brick fireplace, wood stove, and large windows with view of trees, furnished with colorful chairs, a wooden coffee table, and TV.
Living room and kitchen area with a vaulted ceiling, staircase, large window, and modern furnishings.
Living room with large corner windows showing trees, gray walls, a wooden coffee table, a white sofa with multiple decorative pillows, two armchairs, a table lamp, and an air conditioning unit.
Living room with two leather sofas, a patterned rug, a round coffee table, a wall-mounted TV, and picture frames on the wall.
Small entryway with white paneled walls, a glass door leading outside, a wooden bench with orange pillows and red shoes underneath, a black textured mat on a concrete floor, and hooks with folded items hanging above the bench.